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Zucchini Mozzarella Quiche ๐ฅ๐ง
Overview:
Zucchini Mozzarella Quiche is a delightful dish perfect for lunch or snacking, prepared in under an hour, boasting a creamy texture and a mild garlic flavor. Enjoy it hot or cold, making it an excellent option for leftovers!
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Servings: 6
- Calories per serving: 485.1 kcal
- Rating: โญโญโญโญโญ (based on 33 reviews)
Ingredients:
- 2 medium zucchinis
- 1 onion
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 garlic clove
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 4 eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese
Instructions:
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Preheat and Prepare:
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- Grease a pie dish or line it with parchment paper for easy removal later.
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Sautรฉ Vegetables:
- Slice the zucchinis and onion thinly.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Sautรฉ zucchini, onion, and minced garlic until tender and lightly browned, about 5-7 minutes.
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Season:
- Season the sautรฉed vegetables with salt to taste, enhancing their flavors.
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Prepare Pie Crust:
- Place the prepared pie crust in the greased pie dish.
- Spread the sautรฉed zucchini and onion mixture evenly over the bottom of the pie crust.
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Combine Ingredients:
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, and heavy cream until well combined.
- Stir in grated mozzarella cheese, ensuring it’s evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
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Assemble:
- Pour the egg and cheese mixture over the sautรฉed vegetables in the pie crust, covering them completely.
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Bake:
- Place the assembled quiche in the preheated oven.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the custard is set and the top is golden brown.
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Serve:
- Once baked, remove the quiche from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
- Slice it into wedges and serve either hot or cold, depending on your preference.
Tips:
- For added flavor, consider sprinkling some grated Parmesan cheese on top before baking.
- Feel free to customize the quiche by adding other vegetables like spinach or bell peppers.
- Ensure the zucchini and onions are well-drained after sautรฉing to prevent excess moisture in the quiche.
- If you’re short on time, you can use a store-bought pie crust instead of making one from scratch.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 485.1 kcal
- Fat: 39.4g
- Saturated Fat: 16.1g
- Cholesterol: 191.4mg
- Sodium: 900mg
- Carbohydrates: 22.6g
- Fiber: 2.1g
- Sugar: 2.5g
- Protein: 11.3g